Proper Psalms, Lessons, and Prayers were first appointed for this national observance in the Proposed Prayer Book of 1786. They were deleted, however, by the General Convention of 1789, primarily as a result of the intervention of Bishop William White. Though himself a supporter of the American Revolution, he felt that the required observance was inappropriate, since the majority of the Church’s clergy had, in fact, been loyal to the British crown.

Writing about the Convention which had called for the observance of the day throughout "this Church, on the fourth of July, for ever," White said, "The members of the convention seem to have thought themselves so established in their station of ecclesiastical legislators, that they might expect of the many clergy who had been averse to the American revolution the adoption of this service; although, by the use of it, they must make an implied acknowledgment of their error, in an address to Almighty God. . . . The greater stress is laid on this matter because of the notorious fact, that the majority of the clergy could not have used the service, without subjecting themselves to ridicule and censure. For the author’s part, having no hindrance of this sort, he contented himself with having opposed the measure, and kept the day from respect to the requisition of the convention; but could never hear of its being kept, in above two or three places beside Philadelphia."

It was not until the revision of 1928 that provision was again made for the liturgical observance of the day.

    Lord God Almighty, in whose Name the founders of this country won liberty for themselves and for us, and lit the torch of freedom for nations then unborn: Grant, we beseech thee, that we and all the people of this land may have grace to maintain these liberties in righteousness and peace; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

8:00am Holy Eucharist

9:00am Adult Bible Study, Room 1

9:00am The Bible in 90 Days, Parish Hall

10:00am Holy Trinity Bookstore Open

5:15pm Holy Eucharist

5:15pm Holy Eucharist and Healing

7:00pm Boy Scouts, Parish Hall

7:00am HE and Women’s Breakfast

9:00am Children's Day Out

10:00am Holy Trinity Bookstore Open

11:30am Alison Cancer Center - Dialog & Support Group, Parish Hall

7:00am HE and Men’s Breakfast

10:00am Holy Trinity Bookstore Open

5:30pm Supper, Parish Hall

5:45pm EYC, Youth House

6:00pm Study of Hebrews, Room 2

6:00pm The Bible in 90 Days, Room 1

7:30am 1928 Morning Prayer, Nave

9:00am Children's Day Out

9:45am Rector's Bible Study, Room 1

10:00am Holy Trinity Bookstore Open

11:00am Holy Eucharist and Healing

David Overton

Bill Schammel

Neal Allen

Marilyn Allen

Caroline Holmes

Jack Blake Jr., Ken Williams, Sam Jolliffe, Eleanor Holmes, Jane Dover, Kelly Cunningham, Yettie White, Kendall Clark, Elizabeth Wheeler, Jesus Perez, Catherine Kirwan.

Those having an anniversary: Mary and Pat Collier, Sue and Bert Conly.

The Bible in 90 Days: Parish Hall

The Bible in 90 Days: Room 1.

Study of Hebrews: Room 2.

Rector's Bible Study: Thursdays at 9:45am in Room 1.

Wednesday, July 18: 6:00pm, Swim Party at Abby Morrow's home, 1703 North "I" street.

Wednesday, July 25: 5:45pm, Deck Tennis- it's volleyball with a ring instead of a ball. Bring friends to play. Meet at the Youth House.

The Youth House will be open for hanging out from 9:00am-10:00am on the following Sundays:
August 5
August 12
August 19

Questions? Call Emily 664-2972

July 8-Dedee Boring

July 15-Kasey Chester

July 22-Anna Chester

July 29-Dedee Boring

August 5-Children's Sermon

August 12-Kasey Chester

August 19-Anna Chester

August 26-Dedee Boring

September 2-Children' Sermon

If you would like to help, call Angela Stephens at 685-4135.

Please call the Parish Office at 683-4207, and let us know when someone from Holy Trinity is in the hospital or rehab center. We don't want to miss anyone. Thanks!

Every Wednesday, Bob Hilton comes to Holy Trinity to pick up food in the grocery cart in the Parish Hall to give to the poor who attend Comunidad Alabare. Please remember to bring food, especially canned or dry goods. Remember, need knows no season. Thank you!

For Those in the Military: Bo, Eli, Nick, James, Kimberly, Chris, Mike, Rosemary, Justin, Lisa, Craig, Jody, Andrew, David, Steven, Jordan, Sean, Michael, Patrick, Etienne, Annie, Casey, Nick and his Platoon, the 293rd, and Victor.

If you know of anyone in the Armed Forces, please feel free to call the Parish Office and place his or her name on the Prayer List.

Attending church is not simply a private encounter between an individual and Jesus Christ. In a mystical manner, the whole Church is present in every celebration of Holy Eucharist, including the angels and saints of all ages. While the celebration of the Eucharist itself is a communal act, the benefit that each individual receives from the Eucharistic celebration depends on the way he or she approaches the sacrament. We would like to point out various ways in which each individual can better prepare himself or herself to more deeply enter the Eucharistic celebration, in order to receive the Body and Blood of Christ more worthily.

There are two interrelated ways in which we foster the worthy reception of Holy Eucharist. One is through "remote preparation." The first has to do with how we live our Christian lives every day. The second has to do with how we come to participate in the Eucharistic liturgy itself.

Regular prayer and Scripture reading: both allow the Holy Spirit to work within us and so engender a love of Jesus and a desire to do the will of the Father in our lives. Especially recommended is Morning and Evening prayer.

Faithful and loving fulfillment of the duties and responsibilities of our state in life: These responsibilities will differ insofar as one is a single person, a spouse, or a parent; a child, adolescent, or young adult; a grandparent; a bishop, priest, deacon, or one in consecrated life; a worker or retired person; one who is healthy or one who is infirm. It is by faithfully living out in our daily lives the call of the Gospel to love God and our neighbor—especially the poor and the vulnerable—that we grow in charity, and so draw closer to Jesus and to one another.

Daily repentance of sin: Sin undermines and weakens our communion not only with the Holy Trinity but also with one another. Therefore, in order to overcome the damage caused by sin, we are called to daily repentance. Briefly examining our conscience, such as before retiring at night, helps guide our repentance and fosters holiness of life. Through this means, not only are the destructive forces of sin vanquished in our lives, but love is once more inflamed for God and for others. Communion is healed and strengthened. Frequent reception of the Eucharist strengthens us against temptation and sin and helps us cultivate a life of virtue.

 

Next week, "Participation in the Eucharistic Liturgy".

Fr. Mark: frmark@holytrinity.org

Fr. Andy: frandy@holytrinity.org

Joyce Petrich: joyce@holytrinity.org

Cindy Wimberly: cindy@holytrinity.org

Dedee Boring: dedee@holytrinity.org

Emily Klemme: eyc@holytrinity.org

Tyree Johnson:

tyreejohnsonmusic@yahoo.com

Karen Parnell: cdo@holytrinity.org

A six-week support group for individuals who are actively caring for loved ones in their home, nursing home or assisted living facility. July 11 - August 15, at 12 p.m. on Wednesdays, at 911 W. Texas. A light lunch will be provided.

For more information, or to register, please call Ann or Cindy at 682-2855.

father of Candice Austin.

"May light perpetual shine upon him."

If you would like to volunteer, please call Dinah Doggett, Volunteer Coordinator for Casa de Amigos at 682-9701.

Back-to-School Supplies List

Black, Blue & Red Pens

Map Colors (pencils)

Glue

Loose Leaf Paper

Markers

Highlighters

Pencils

Scissors

Crayons

3-ring Binders (1")

3-ring Binders (2")

Rulers

Folders with pockets and brads

School Boxes

Index Cards

Erasers

Clothing needed: gently used clothes and school uniforms. Size 5 toddlers to XL (high school students). White, red, light blue, navy and yellow polo-style knit shirts plus khaki or navy pants. Call Catarina Medrano, 682-9701 for questions about school supplies or clothing. 1101 E. Garden Lane, 8am-5pm.